Real Betis goalkeeper, Álvaro Valles, has stood out in the 2026-27 season as the goalkeeper who has received the most shots on goal among the leaders of the five major European leagues, while maintaining a record of five games without conceding a goal. With ten rounds completed, Valles has achieved five clean sheets, placing him at the top of the standings along with seven other goalkeepers who share the same number of clean sheets.
In the season phase, Valles has faced 56 shots on his goal, of which he has stopped 42, which represents 75% of stops. This volume of interventions is equivalent to more than five shots per game, a number that exceeds that of his peers in the table. Although his save percentage is slightly lower than some competitors, the volume of shots he has had to handle underlines the pressure the Sevillian is under.
Compared to other leading goalkeepers, Borussia Dortmund's Gregor Kobel has had 21 shots on goal, while Athletic Club's Unai Simón has faced 34. Brighton's Bart Verbruggen and Lorient's Yvon Mvogo have faced 26 and 32 shots respectively, and Celta's Ionuț Radu has faced 40. All of them also appear with five clean sheets, but none have had to deal with the same number of shots as Valleys.
The record of 14 goals conceded by Valles, with an average of 1.40 per game, shows that, although he has had to respond to a large number of attempts, his defensive performance remains solid. The figure of 42 saves in 56 shots highlights the goalkeeper's ability to manage the constant pressure that Real Betis receives in their matches.
With the season still underway, Valles continues to be a key asset for Betis, and his ability to handle a high volume of shots while maintaining a clean sheet record makes him one of the most sought-after goalkeepers in Europe. The upcoming games will determine whether he can continue to consolidate his position as one of the best goalkeepers on the continent.